With that said,  I would definitely pay a visit to the property (or have someone go on your behalf) to do a walk around of the exterior while they are are checking out the interior. 

Although there is much talk about people leaving California, San Diego has recently been voted as the nation's top magnet city, attracting more and more high-earning millennial buyers who have the ability to work remotely. 

Chipping paint both interior and exterior is a big focus, handrails on steps 4 or more or larger drops (porch for example).

Much better protection comes from some quality exterior LED motion lights.

Roof, windows, exterior paint and interior paint, bathroom upgrades, kitchen remodel and wall removal.

Blew out some interior and exterior walls and created an entirely different living experience.

Blew out some interior and exterior walls and created an entirely different living experience.

Did it compromise load bearing joists or simply a small exterior area on one side of the property? 

Hey @Robert Campbell, I'd recommend you keep your capital expenditures at 10% (or more), where you originally had them.While it's true that under condo ownership the common elements (roof, exterior walls, grounds, etc.) belong to all owners and are maintained by the association, ultimately you will pay for any repairs and upgrades, either via increases to your monthly dues or through a dreaded special assessment.That's one of the many reasons I'm not a fan of condos: One day the Board can decide that the swimming pool needs resurfacing or the roofs needs replacing, and then (surprise!)

The property is currently a C+ to B-, and the interior/exterior/common area is in need of cosmetic repairs.